Nellie Stevens Holly Shrub

Ilex X 'Nellie R. Stevens'

An ideal choice for both hedging and privacy screening, with a fast growth rate of 3 feet each year

Maintains deep green foliage year-round, unlike other hedges that can brown in heat and drought

Easy to maintain in a naturally dense, pyramidal shape, or can be pruned as you see fit



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Popular Hedge for Complete Year-Round Privacy

Why Nellie Stevens Hollies?

The Nellie Stevens has soared in popularity. Why? Well, for starters, it's the ideal selection for both hedging and privacy screening, especially since it grows up to 3 feet each year.

Plus, it thrives on neglect. No green thumb is no problem since they grow in sun or partial shade. And you'll appreciate how these holly trees stay deep green year-round, unlike other hedge trees that can brown out during either the summer heat or mild droughts.

Plant each Nellie Stevens Holly 5 to 6 feet apart for a living wall that gives you complete privacy, no holes and no gaps. You control how they grow - whether that's naturally into a dense, pyramidal shape that matures at 15 to 25 feet in height, or pruned into a tall box hedge.

What is a Jumbo Nellie Stevens Holly Shrub?

Jumbo shrubs are the most mature shrubs offered at Fast Growing Trees. Thanks to their well-developed root systems and large container size, they provide excellent drought resistance and improved nutrient absorption. Jumbos are ideal for creating immediate privacy and adding fullness to your garden beds without the wait.

Grown in limited quantities, Jumbo shrubs are perfect for homeowners who want fast results and a lasting impression in their landscape.

Buy the Best Nellie Stevens Holly Plants from FastGrowingTrees

And because they grow as much as 2 to 3 feet per year without pruning, they're truly one-of-a-kind. Furthermore, during the winter months, you'll enjoy the Nellie Stevens' red berries against its deep green foliage. Clip off a few branches to decorate your home for the holidays. Dazzling, graceful wildlife also emerges since those berries attract an array of birds.

But the best part? We plant, grow and nurture our Nellie Stevens for best results. That means you get effortless, amazing-growing benefits without hassle on your part. Once your Nellie is shipped to your door, it's ready to grow and adapt easily in your own landscape.

You won't find a better privacy screen at such a low price. These will sell out shortly, so hurry and grab a few Nellie Stevens of your own!

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Product Details

Mature Height:15-25 ft.
Mature Width:8-15 ft.
Sunlight:Full Sun, Partial Shade
Growth Rate:Moderate Growing
Botanical Name:Ilex X 'Nellie R. Stevens'
Does Not Ship To:AK, AZ, HI, OR
Grows Well In Zones:6-9 outdoors
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Growing Zones: 6-9 outdoors

(hardy down to 0℉)

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Chickity C.
5/22/2026
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Arrived Great

I haven’t planted yet. They’re in large container pots for now. Arrived healthy and already growing a bit!

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Pablo C.
5/21/2026
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Satisfied customer

My Hollie’s came in amazing health and look to be thriving! My experience was great, I recommend FastGrowingTrees to everyone looking to start their landscaping journey!

Fast Growing Trees Plant ExpertThank you, Paolo! We truly appreciate the kind recommendation and we are so glad to be part of your landscaping journey. We can't wait to see how that space transforms!
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Peggy C.
5/21/2026
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Lovely holly

I received a holly this month called a Nellie Stevens and she was absolutely healthy, and beautiful, she is replacing one we lost earlier in the season and we are happy to shop at fast growing trees!

Fast Growing Trees Plant ExpertHi Peggy! We're sorry about the holly you lost earlier in the season but we're so glad Nellie Stevens arrived healthy and beautiful to take her place. She is such a gorgeous and reliable shrub and we think she is going to thrive beautifully in her new spot. We truly appreciate your loyalty and we look forward to growing with you!
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Sharon T.
5/20/2026
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Nellie Stevens Hollyberry

Excellent! In the ground 2 months and growing and thriving!

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Douglas H.
5/20/2026
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My Holly Shrub arrived in perfect condition

I ordered this Nellie Steven’s Holly Shrub and it arrived in perfect condition. I planted it in the ground right away.

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